Episode 120: Cabin Boy (1994) // These pipes are CLEAN!!...And how!

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"Cabin Boy" is a surreal comedy directed by Adam Resnick and produced by Tim Burton. The film stars Chris Elliott as Nathaniel Mayweather, an overprivileged, arrogant young man who has just graduated from the prestigious Fancy Lad School.

Nathaniel plans to sail to Hawaii aboard a luxurious cruise ship to take up a cushy job arranged by his father. However, due to a mix-up, he boards the "Filthy Whore," a decrepit fishing vessel crewed by rough-and-tumble sailors. The mismatched Nathaniel is forced to adapt to the harsh and comically absurd conditions of life at sea.

The crew, led by the gruff Captain Greybar (Ritch Brinkley), initially disdain Nathaniel's snobbish demeanor but eventually come to tolerate his presence. As Nathaniel bumbles through various misadventures, he encounters bizarre characters and fantastical sea creatures, including Chocki the half-man/half-shark (Russ Tamblyn) and a bizarre six-armed woman (Ann Magnuson).

Throughout his journey, Nathaniel undergoes a transformation, learning valuable lessons about humility, hard work, and camaraderie. By the time the ship reaches its destination, Nathaniel has evolved from a pampered aristocrat to a more grounded and self-reliant individual.

"Cabin Boy" combines absurdist humor with whimsical storytelling, creating a unique cinematic experience that has earned it a dedicated cult following despite its initial box office struggles.
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